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Rajasthan Royals are in dominant form as they prepare to face the struggling Delhi Capitals on May 1, 2026, at Sawai Mansingh Stadium. The Royals recently defeated Punjab Kings, while the Capitals suffered a severe batting collapse against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Key statistics:

• Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals have played 30 matches against each other in T20.
• The head-to-head record stands at 15 wins each for both teams.
• Rajasthan Royals won five of their last seven encounters against Delhi Capitals at Sawai Mansingh Stadium.
• Chasing teams have won 64% of all IPL matches at this venue.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been a standout performer for the Royals this season. He has scored 400 runs in just nine matches, making him the third highest run-scorer in IPL 2026. Observers note that “Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has set the IPL 2026 ablaze with his exceptional batting prowess.”

The Delhi Capitals face challenges as their recent performance raises concerns. They were bowled out for just 75 runs in their last match. A source commented, “DC’s batting lineup is lacking mathematical reliability at this moment.”

Mitchell Starc is expected to make his season debut for the Capitals after recovering from injury. If Starc manages to find his rhythm, he can well be the difference between the hosts and a win on Friday.

The first-ever fixture between Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals took place on April 19, 2008. Both teams will aim to improve their standings as they meet once again in this exciting rivalry.